One of the fastest-growing towns in Bossier Parish
Tree Service in Haughton, LA
Sorting out which trees on a new lot will thrive and which will not.
- Every estimate done in person around Shreveport and nearby towns
- The written quote lists what is and is not included
- Debris and stump handling decided in advance
When the Woods Become a Subdivision
Most calls for Tree Service in Haughton come from homeowners on lots that were woods not long ago. The town had 1,664 residents in 1990, 2,792 in 2000, 3,454 in 2010 and 4,539 in 2020, a 31.4% jump in the last decade alone. It sits about 15 miles east of Bossier City and 17 miles east of Shreveport, with Interstate 20 touching the northwest corner of town at the Elm Street exit, and that easy commute has drawn a steady stream of new houses.
Why trees on new lots struggle
Builders often keep a few trees to make a lot look finished. The problem is that a tree's roots spread far past its branches, mostly in the top foot or two of soil. Clearing, grading, trenching for water and power lines, and parking machinery under the canopy can cut or compact much of that root zone. A tree that looks fine at closing can start thinning a few years later. Pines are especially touchy, and a stressed pine is also more attractive to bark beetles.
Signs we look for on a Haughton lot:
- Fill dirt piled against the trunk, or a trunk that goes straight into the ground with no root flare
- Dead branches at the top of the crown, or needles turning color out of season
- Fresh cracks in the soil or a new lean after heavy rain
- Mushrooms or soft wood at the base
- Pitch tubes or sawdust on pine bark
Edge trees and wind
When a stand of woods is thinned for houses, the trees left on the new edge suddenly take wind they never had to handle inside the stand. Tall, skinny pines with small crowns are the most likely to snap or tip. That does not mean every edge tree must go, but it is worth a look before storm season, especially for trees that could reach the house.
What we do here
We prune young shade trees so they grow a strong structure, raise limbs over driveways and sidewalks, remove trees that are not going to make it, and grind stumps left after clearing. For larger lots on the edge of town, we can also clear brush and small trees along fence lines. Each job starts with a walk around the property and a written estimate.
Wood, chips and cleanup
On new lots the soil is often bare or freshly sodded, and the last thing a homeowner wants is ruts. We pick the path in and out before work starts, lay down mats where the ground is soft and leave the yard raked. Chips can be left for beds if you want them.
A note on timing
If you are buying a newly built home, it can pay to have the trees looked at before or soon after closing. It is easier to plan a removal when you are not dealing with a storm, and you can budget for it. Call (318) 309-7506 or use the form to set up a visit. Get a free estimate
Haughton Growth at a Glance
- Rapid growth. Haughton's population rose from 1,664 in 1990 to 2,792 in 2000, 3,454 in 2010 and 4,539 in 2020, a 31.4% increase in the most recent decade.
- Two tornadoes in 2024. A brief EF-1 with peak winds near 97 mph touched down about nine miles south-southwest of Haughton near Taylortown on May 22, 2024, uprooting and snapping trees. On July 8, 2024, a Beryl tornado ran west of Haughton, with heavy tree damage on Wafer Road and Cindy Lane.
- Town footprint. Haughton covers about 5.72 square miles of land and had 1,139 households in 2020, with a humid subtropical climate of hot, humid summers and mild to cool winters.
Haughton Questions
The pines the builder saved are turning brown at the top. What happened?
Construction damage to roots is the usual cause, and stressed pines can then be attacked by bark beetles. We check the bark and crown and tell you whether the tree can recover or should be removed before it becomes a hazard.
Can you take out trees and grind stumps before I put in a fence?
Yes. Tell us where the fence line will run. We remove the trees, grind stumps deep enough for post holes, and clean up so the fence crew can start.
Do you serve the areas around Haughton outside town limits?
Yes. We work in town and on the surrounding rural and subdivision lots, including toward Eastwood, Princeton and the Lake Bistineau side.
Should I plant new trees on my Haughton lot, and where?
Yes, a few well-placed shade trees pay off, but give them room. Keep large species at least 20 feet from the house and away from the overhead service line, and avoid planting over the sewer or septic area. We are happy to point out good spots while we are out for other work, and to prune young trees early so they grow strong limbs.
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